Suppose That a Vertebrate Has a Mutation in the Transferrin

question 55

Multiple Choice

Suppose that a vertebrate has a mutation in the transferrin gene that makes the protein function less efficiently. Most likely, compared to individuals without the mutation, this individual would have _______ iron in its blood serum and _______ iron in the intercellular components of cells.

• A) more; more
• B) less; less
• C) less; the same amount of
• D) more; less

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